Senior Java Application Engineer

Náplň práce, právomoci a zodpovednosti:
Are you passionate about building robust, scalable applications that power critical business functions with global impact? Join our international team as a Senior Java Application Engineer and help shape the future of our core costing platform at Swiss Re. This is your opportunity to work with cutting-edge technologies while solving complex challenges that affect markets worldwide in a collaborative, innovative environment.

About the Role

As a Senior Java Application Engineer, you'll be at the forefront of developing and enhancing our core costing platform used across global markets. You'll leverage your expertise in Java and modern frameworks to design, implement, and maintain high-performance applications that meet business requirements and exceed user expectations for our worldwide operations.

Key Responsibilities:
-Design and develop robust, scalable Java applications using Spring Boot and related technologies
-Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into technical solutions
-Implement and maintain RESTful APIs and microservices architecture
-Optimize application performance and ensure high availability of critical systems
-Troubleshoot complex issues across the application stack and provide timely resolutions
-Participate in code reviews, ensuring high code quality and adherence to best practices
-Mentor junior developers and contribute to knowledge sharing within the team
-Drive continuous improvement initiatives for development processes and tools
-Ensure application security through proper implementation of security standards

About the Team

You'll be joining the Costing Hub Team, responsible for building and operating the Costing Hub – Swiss Re's core solution for P&C treaty costing. Our team works with Java, Spring Boot, PostgreSQL, and cloud-native technologies to deliver scalable, high-performance solutions. Collaboration is key – you'll work closely with colleagues across multiple worldwide offices in an agile, innovative environment.

Zamestnanecké výhody, benefity:
You can look forward to extra rewards and benefits including:
- Attractive performance-based bonus
- Ultra flexible working time in hybrid setup, allowing you to work also from home
- Modern office spaces in attractive location
- 5 additional days of holiday
- Lunch allowance fully paid by Swiss Re
- Referral bonus
- Pension & risk insurance contribution
- Sick days and sick leave support
- Public transport benefit
- Multisport card

Informácie o výberovom konaní:
We are an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity at our company. Our aim is to live visible and invisible diversity – diversity of age, race, ethnicity, nationality, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, religious beliefs, physical abilities, personalities and experiences – at all levels and in all functions and regions. We also collaborate in a flexible working environment, providing you with a compelling degree of autonomy to decide how, when and where to carry out your tasks.

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Požiadavky na zamestnanca:
You're a problem-solver at heart with a passion for creating elegant solutions to complex challenges. You thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy sharing knowledge with colleagues. Your technical expertise is complemented by strong communication skills and a customer-focused mindset.

We are looking for candidates who meet these requirements:
-5+ years of experience in Java development with proficiency in Java 11+ and Spring Boot
-Strong understanding of object-oriented design principles and design patterns
-Experience with relational databases (particularly PostgreSQL)
-Proven track record of delivering high-quality, maintainable code in a team environment
-Experience with RESTful API design and implementation

These are additional nice to haves:
-Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
-Knowledge of containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)
-Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
-Experience with reactive programming (e.g., Project Reactor, RxJava)
-Knowledge of insurance or financial industry domain
-Experience with front-end technologies (JavaScript, Angular, React)
-Agile methodology experience (Scrum, Kanban)